EASTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) – Santa isn’t the only one spreading early Christmas cheer.
The Massachusetts State Lottery announced a $1 million winner on Friday in its instant cash game. Ferzot Hodzic cashed the winning ticket in Easthampton for $1 million.
He says he plans to put portions of his winnings toward buying a home and a car. The winning ticket was purchased at Valley Farms in Easthampton.
The store will receive a $10,000 bonus for its sale of the ticket.
There’s still more holiday magic to come, with six additional $1 million prizes yet to be claimed in the $10 instant game.